Summary
The update adds more colours, new wheels, and new trim levels.

Alfa Romeo took the wraps off the updated 2026 Tonale today. The most notable change over the current model is the design. Although they are subtle, the tweaks give the Tonale a more sporting look.

The front and rear overhangs have been reduced, while the lower air intakes have grown in size. The facelifted model receives distinct new 20-inch, three hole wheels. The badges have ditched the colours of the Alfa Romeo logo, opting for black and white look instead. Although none of these changes are enormous, they give the Tonale a lower-wider appearance.

In addition, the exterior receives three new colour options that were previously featured on classic Alfa Romeo models: green, yellow, and red. The option of a contrasting black roof has also been added, which can be optioned with or without a sunroof.

On the inside, the 2026 Tonale will be available with red leather seats and all trims will now have contrasting stitching on the dashboard and door panels. Models optioned with premium leather or alcantara will include heated, ventilated, and eight-way power front seats.

The trim options have notably been revised for 2026, with Sprint positioned as the base trim level, Veloce as a midrange trim, and Sport Speciale at the very top of the range.

The new Sport Speciale package receives gloss black Brembo brakes, the option of a black contrasting roof, and silver trim along the rear bumper and side skirts. The new three-hole design wheels are also included in this package. On the inside, the Sport Speciale gets black and pearl perforated alcantara seats, with white contrast stitching which also extends to the dashboard.

Despite the facelift, the model will continue to be powered by the same 2.0L, four-cylinder as before. It continues to make 268 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

The updated Tonale hit Alfa Romeo showrooms at the end of 2025.

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